Sambucus pubens (Red Elderberry)

Typically found in the wild on wet prairies and open ground along streams and lakes. Effective for erosion control. Produces cone-shaped, white flowers.

Associates: Acer saccharum (Sugar Maple), Betula alleghaniensis (Yellow Birch), Carya cordiformis (Bitternut Hickory), Claytonia virginica (Spring Beauty), Dentaria laciniata (Toothwort), Lindera benzoin (Spicebush), Osmunda cinnamomea (Cinnamon Fern), Osmunda regalis (Royal Fern), Viburnum acerifolium (Maple-leaved Viburnum)